10t/hour/engine....during t/o
A plane like a Boeing 747 uses approximately 1 gallon of fuel (about 4 liters) every second.According to Boeing's Web site, the 747 burns approximately 5 gallons of fuel per mile (12 liters per kilometer). [See related link]Different variants with different specifications and engines will alter slightly but the general
Fuel on the 747 is stored mostly in the wings. There is a "center wing" tank that is actually underneath the cabin. Some models of the 747-400 also have fuel in the tail.
The 747-400ER can carry more than 63,500 gallons of fuel (240,370 L).
All 747's use Kerosene.
9 tonnes an hour in the cruise
The accepted average weight of Jet A fuel is 6.84 pounds per gallon based on specific gravity (but varies based on temperature, additives, etc.) The Boeing 747-400ER can carry more than 63,500 gallons of fuel which is about 434,340 pounds fuel load weight. Information provided by Jet Advisors
a 747 can fly 1,440 km
It really depends on what you're looking for. The Boeing 747 has a large seating capacity, it is comfortable, stable, and great for long range flights. The Boeing 777 is popular aircraft that airlines are using to replace the 747 in long range flights because of it's efficiency and low fuel consumption. Overall, I like the 747 better because it's more spacious, safe, and confortable.
747 Classic 48,445 US gal. 747-400 57,285 US gal. 747 Intercontinental 64,055 US gal.
A Boeing 747 can carry 48,445 gallons (183,380 liters) of fuel.
A Boeing 747 can carry 48,445 gallons (183,380 liters) of fuel.